Student Services Program Review-Spring 2010 - Shasta College

Resource Efficiency1. SupportThe International Student Program relies heavily on the counseling, admission andrecords, and housing departments as well as academic faculty to ensure studentsuccess. In addition, the program relies heavily on the Communications DesignCoordinator for the development of recruitment materials. Support is readilyavailable, helpful and beneficial.2. Use of TechnologyPersonal computers are used for the operation of the program, and any specializedsoftware that is needed is available through the communications/marketingdepartment.3. Comparison with Other InstitutionsButte College in Oroville, CA is similar in size and location, but has a higherinternational student population due to more resources such as staffing andbudget. Butte College has a Director, Assistant Director and Recruiter that are fulltimeequivalent devoted to their International Student Program. Shasta College, onthe other hand, has a Dean of Students, Student Services Assistant and AcademicCounselor who are assigned to a wide range of duties in addition to maintainingand developing the International Student Program.4. Facility Use/AvailabilityNot Applicable5. Faculty and Classified StaffingThis criterion is not germane to the International Student Program.6. EquipmentNot Applicable7. Budget Information, Requests, Action PlansThe International Student Program of Shasta College operates on an annualshoestring budget of approximately $3,500. Although the program budget isminimal, it is stable. Typically the budget is based upon previous years’ budgetallotments, although the program continually requests increases. Outside fundingsources are continually being researched by the program.International students provide for a culturally diverse campus community. Theyparticipate heavily in student organizations and promote cultural events that helpin the retention of non-international students.- 119 -